At New Park Court Chambers, we do things a little differently. With over 70 junior barristers and 19 King’s Counsel, our reach and influence stretches far beyond the bounds of our Circuit.
As a Tier 1 Set based in Leeds and Newcastle we are home to a number of high profile and nationally and internationally reputable Counsel.
Ian Brook specialises in general criminal defence work, as well as regulatory prosecutions for the General Medical Council.
In his criminal defence practice, Ian accepts instructions defending a broad range of offences including violence (homicide, GBH, arson, firearms and domestic violence); dishonesty (robbery, aggravated burglary, blackmail, firearms); drugs conspiracies; fraud and money laundering; Customs & Excise offences; sexual offences (rape, indecent images); assisting offenders and attempting to pervert the course of justice.
A familiar face on the Northern Eastern circuit, especially in the Leeds, Bradford, York and Newcastle courts, Ian is an experienced and safe pair of hands. He is known for his attention to detail and meticulous upfront preparation, as well as his persuasive and compelling advocacy before juries. He understands the impact of a criminal investigation and trial on his clients, who can expect his support from the outset.
His approachable demeanour is popular with his lay and professional clients, and his presence commands the respect of the Court or Tribunal. Ian manages his practice carefully to ensure he can provide a responsive service and the highest quality representation.
As a former Ag. High Court Judge in Trinidad & Tobago, Ian tried 11 capital murder cases. During the 8 years he lived in Trinidad, Ian defended mainly in capital murder cases. He was appointed an Acting High Court Judge of the Supreme Court of Trinidad and Tobago, and the Privy Council has considered three of the capital murder cases he tried:
Ian brings the benefit of his experience from criminal law into his regulatory and professional discipline practice. He prosecutes on behalf of the General Medical Council, where he is regularly instructed to undertake review hearings and fitness to practise hearings. He is a hard-working, tenacious and pragmatic advocate.
Now, Ian only defends, and, since 2008, has been involved in cases of homicide; rape and serious sexual offences; indecent images; computer crime; drugs conspiracies; fraud; Customs & Excise offences; money laundering; assisting offenders; attempting to pervert the course of justice, and general offences of violence and dishonesty.
Defending a Paralegal charged with 10 others, with assisting two offenders (potential clients) who were, in due course, convicted of murder—legal advice privilege
False imprisonment (cuckooing)—participating in activities of Organised Crime Group–threats to kill—Class A drug conspiracies.
Attempted murder.
Perverting the course of justice (murder case). Suspended sentence. Appealed by Crown, as unduly lenient. Sentence not varied by Court of Appeal.
s.18 wounding.
Rape of female who identified as, and was transitioning to, a male.
Firearms offences (youth—low IQ—drove two others to scene where they discharged a shotgun, in a residential area—joint enterprise—intent to cause fear of violence).
Armed robbery at supermarket —fitness to plead—trial of issue.
Conspiracy to supply controlled drugs of Class A.
Arson with intent to endanger life.
Historic sexual assault of grand-daughter.
Grooming—internet chatroom—decoy police-officer, posing as young girl.
Historic rape and grooming.
Ian is regularly instructed to undertake review hearings and fitness to practise hearings on behalf of the General Medical Council.
Consultant orthopaedic surgeon stored human tissue samples over many years, for future research, before and after implementation of Human Tissue Act 2004 (HTA)—failed to record patient consent—no ethical approval—no licence under HTA
Inappropriate behaviour in workplace towards colleagues—instructed by an agency to perform examinations on their behalf—failed to inform agency of relevant matters—conducted examinations in breach of requirements—failed to limit certificates on account of conditions etc
Case remitted from High Court, when Tribunal failed to make a finding of fact on one discreet matter, going to the dishonesty found.
Dr committed a criminal offence—plagiarised an assessment—failure to declare matters when required to do so -dishonesty.
Locum Consultant submitted false claims for hours performed, falsified signature of purported authoriser on claim form submitted, dishonesty.
Consultant obstetrician & gynaecologist charged with numerous examples of clinical failures and shortcomings.
Consultant harassing administrative officer—abuse of power–sexually motivated conduct—protected characteristic (Equality Act 2010).
GP making unwanted sexual advances/requests to/of member of staff.
Dr alleged weaponisation of regulatory proceedings against him, as he said he was a whistle-blower—dangerous driving conviction—false statement in application form, by omission
Consultant plastic surgeon having sex with 3 patients in consultation room at prestigious London Clinic. Widely reported.
Final year medical student, GP at time of hearing, historic grooming of and sexual activity/intercourse with, underage family friend.
Inappropriately conducted ultrasound of breasts.
Inappropriate/unnecessary breast examination.
Sexual contact offences with co-worker—criminal conviction.
Sexually motivated internal examination of patient.
Failure to declare duplicate salary payments received over significant time.
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